OpenMind Journal of Multidisciplinary Innovation & Development
Vol. 2 Issue 1 (Jan-Feb) – 2026
Research Article
Animal Care and Welfare
Fadimatu Dauda Muhammad
- Department of Veterinary Medicine, Usman Dan Fodio University Sokoto, Sokoto 840104, Sokoto, Nigeria
Abstract
Veterinary technology relies heavily on animal care and welfare, which focuses on the mental and physical health of animals managed by humans. Adequate feeding, housing, disease prevention, humane handling, and ethical treatment in a variety of animal sectors are all included in the idea of animal welfare. The evaluation and maintenance of animal well-being has been completely transformed by advancements in veterinary technology, including welfare-based management systems, behavioral assessment tools, and precision livestock monitoring (Broom, 2019). Furthermore, in order to evaluate stress, discomfort, and comfort in both domestic and farm animals, animal welfare science has combined physiological, behavioral, and environmental variables (Fraser, 2021). Notwithstanding these advancements, problems still exist, such as handlers’ low understanding of animal welfare, lax enforcement of animal protection regulations, and financial strains on animal industry (Mellor, 2016). The “One Welfare” approach, which connects animal welfare to human well-being and environmental sustainability, is highlighted by emerging research (Pinillos, 2018). Encouraging education, policy implementation, and technology innovation in veterinary practice is crucial to upholding moral principles and improving animal welfare.
Keywords: Animal behavior, ethics in veterinary practice, livestock management, animal welfare, animal care, veterinary technology, One Welfare, and animal health
Research Article
Community Policing and Crime Reduction In Plateau State Nigeria
Dominic Aondona Iornumbe, Phd
- Institute of Governance and Development Studies, Nasarawa State University, Keffi.
Abstract
The security and safety of the society is a responsibility of every member of the society as seen in the traditional informal mechanism of social control, so when the community joins hands with the police to provide security for the community crime prevention will be achieved. Community policing gives room for the police and community to work together to fight crime and fear of crime. The goal of crime reduction, offender’s apprehension, protection of live and properties that have been shoulder on the Nigerian police force and other security agencies is a big responsibility that only police cannot perform effectively without the community’s cooperation and contribution. The government in conjunction with the police management should employ more people in to the force for effective community policing programs because when there is no enough officer to do the job the police will not be able to properly engage with the community. The research used both primary and secondary data. Community policing theory was used. The research recommends that, Traditional leaders, religious leaders, NGOs should enlighten the people on the need to involve in community policing especially the youth in the community and the community should be inform that security is the responsibility of all members of the community.
Keywords: Community policing, Crime prevention, Police-community relations, Trust deficit, Plateau State Nigeria.
Research Article
Challenges Of Security Intervention in Combating Armed Conflict in Benue State -Nigeria
Lornumbe, D. A. PhD1, Liman, A. N2, & Zamani, A3
- 1, 2 & 3. Institute of Governance and Development Studies, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nasarawa State, Nigeria.
Abstract
Security is a foundational concept of the sovereign state. Most understandings of security are yet to question security, but just sought to explore how a state provides protection. Even though the invocation of security gives an issue the air precision, distinguishing it from other issues, it remains without further specifications an ambiguous term. Benue State has a history of armed conflict that includes herder-farmer-clashes, military operations, militia and other violent incidents. The height of the armed conflict in Benue State is recognizably the Fulani herdsmen and farmers violent engagement. Historically, the dispute between the Fulani Herdsmen and indigenous farmers of Benue is said to have started in the early 1800s. In Nigeria, Benue State is awarded the tag “Food Basket of the Nation” because of her people natural inclination to extensive crops farming that brings out largest quantity of food production for distribution and feeding of that the entire population in the country. The violent conflict between herders and famers which has become a symbolic security threatin Benue State and Nigeria has been recognized and reported to have dynamic causes that are associated with political, economic, agricultural, and territorial expansion motives. The study is anchored on resource course Theory and Resource course theory to explain the security challenges of managing farmers-herdsmen conflict in Benue State The paper used both primary data collected from the field and secondary data .The research therefore recommend that Conflict management committees set up by government should collaborate with farmers’ and herdsmen’s unions and associations in creating comprehensive awareness and compliance with designated stock routes. The collaborations should be at State, Zonal, Local Governments, and Village/Community levels through jointly established committees. Traditional and local leaders should ask for support to established grazing and farming practices, rules and regulations while governmental agencies/ministries responsible for agriculture, lands, geographical information systems, forestry and natural resources should ensure proper delineation and regular revision of stock routes.There is need for viable NGOs on farmer-herdsmen conflict management, especially in the areas of awareness, education, prevention, and amelioration. Furthermore, nongovernmental organizations should support livestock-centered livelihoods including cattle herding, not only in conflict mitigation but also in the support of grassroots innovations and in influencing favorable national policies.
Keywords: Security threat, challenges, armed conflict, dynamic, security agency, establish committee
Research Article
Assessing the Role of Technology in Crime Detection and Prevention in Nigerian University Biu
Tanko Shawulu Paul1 , Sani Inusa Milala2,Kalleb Usman3 , Abubakar Alhaji Gaji4
- Department of Sociology, Nigerian Army University Biu
- Faculty of technology management and business University tun Hussein Onn Malaysia.
- Department of History, Nigerian Army University Biu.
- Department of Sociology, Nigerian Army University Biu
Abstract
Globally, the adoption of surveillance technologies such as Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) has been driven by the need to enhance safety, accountability, and crime prevention in environments vulnerable to security breaches. Countries like the United Kingdom and the United States have demonstrated the effectiveness of CCTV in reducing opportunistic crimes and supporting post-incident investigations. In Africa, and particularly Nigeria, rising insecurity within university campuses including theft, vandalism, examination malpractice, and interpersonal violence has exposed the limitations of conventional security approaches that rely solely on human guards and patrols. This underscores the need for electronic surveillance systems to strengthen institutional safety. The present study aimed to examine the role of CCTV surveillance in crime prevention and detection within Nigerian Army University, Biu (NAUB), a military-oriented institution located in Borno State, a region affected by insurgency and criminal activity. A descriptive research design was employed, drawing on both primary and secondary data sources. Rational Choice Theory provided the theoretical framework, emphasizing how surveillance alters offenders’ cost–benefit calculations. Survey data were collected from 380 respondents across faculties and departments. Results revealed that 70.8% of respondents strongly agreed that CCTV cameras were strategically installed across the university (Table 1). Awareness levels were high, with 78.9% acknowledging the presence of CCTV in their faculties (Table 2). Furthermore, 55.2% confirmed that cameras were actively monitored by trained personnel, while 38.4% strongly agreed, indicating substantial operational oversight (Table 3). These findings demonstrate that CCTV integration has improved deterrence, accountability, and response efficiency within NAUB.
Keywords: CCTV, Technology, crime, surveillance security
Research Article
Sustainable Finance and Ecopreneurial Business Models: Assessing the Role of Green Investments on Climate change Adaptation of Abuja’s Commercial Real Estate from 2017-2024
Abdulfatai Saad1, Sani Inusa Milala2
- Department of Industrial Design, University of Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria.
- Faculty of Technology Management and Business, Department of Real Estate and Facilities Management, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Johor, Malaysia.
Abstract
Background and Problem: Climate change poses escalating threats to urban infrastructure globally, with commercial real estate (CRE) being particularly vulnerable due to its long asset life and high capital intensity. In emerging economies like Nigeria, cities such as Abuja face increasing climate risks, including extreme heat and flooding, which threaten the stability and value of commercial properties. While green investments are promoted as a key mechanism for fostering climate adaptation, their actual effectiveness in driving tangible resilience outcomes within specific market contexts like Abuja’s CRE sector remains empirically unverified, creating a significant knowledge gap for policymakers and investors. Need for the Study: There is a critical need to assess the nexus between sustainable finance mechanisms and on-the-ground climate adaptation outcomes in rapidly urbanizing African cities. This study addresses this imperative by investigating whether current green investment flows are effectively translating into enhanced resilience for Abuja’s CRE sector, providing evidence-based insights that can guide capital allocation, policy formulation, and strategic planning for sustainable urban development. This study employed a quantitative research design using monthly secondary data from January 2017 to December 2024. An Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression model was utilized to analyze the impact of green investment (gi), renewable energy (res), climate finance (cf), and climate policy index (cpi) on carbon emissions (ce) as a proxy for climate adaptation. The analysis was conducted using Stata software with robust standard errors to control for heteroskedasticity. The regression model demonstrated strong explanatory power (R-squared = 0.9961, F-statistic = 6386.59, p < 0.001). However, green investment showed a positive but statistically insignificant relationship with climate adaptation (β = 0.009, p = 0.268). Renewable energy (β = 0.634, p < 0.001) and climate finance (β = 0.038, p < 0.001) exhibited significant positive relationships with emissions, while climate policy index demonstrated an insignificant negative relationship (β = -0.039, p = 0.521). The findings suggest that current green investments in Abuja’s CRE sector are not effectively driving climate adaptation outcomes. The paradoxical results indicate potential issues with investment targeting, measurement frameworks, or the transitional nature of sustainability interventions. The study concludes that strategic realignment of green finance mechanisms, strengthened policy enforcement, and innovative ecopreneurial business models are essential to enhance the climate resilience of Abuja’s commercial real estate sector. Recommendations include developing targeted regulatory frameworks, sophisticated impact measurement systems, and integrated design approaches that prioritize genuine adaptation over symbolic sustainability measures.
Keyword: Green Investments, Climate Adaptation, Commercial Real Estate, Sustainable Finance, Abuja